Cost of Living & Prices:
United States vs. Japan
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
United States vs. Japan - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.56 times more for grocery shopping in the United States than in Japan.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 5.84 USD in the United States and 6.41 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 8.9% lower in the United States.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.39 USD in the United States and 2.9 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 17.6% lower in the United States.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 20.99 USD in the United States and 20.5 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 2.3% lower in Japan.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 18 USD in the United States and 7.84 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 56.4% lower in Japan.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 17.42 USD in the United States and 7.29 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 58.2% lower in Japan.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 16 USD in the United States and 3.92 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 75.5% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 3.21 USD in the United States and 1.92 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 40.2% lower in Japan.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 4.74 USD for 12 eggs in the United States and 1.71 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 63.9% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.93 USD in the United States and 2.55 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 35.1% lower in Japan.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 24.99 USD in the United States and 11.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 53.7% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 2.84 USD in the United States and 1.23 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 56.7% lower in Japan.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 4.27 USD in the United States and 1.36 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 68.1% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 16.71 USD in the United States and 12.3 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 26.4% lower in Japan.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.25 USD in the United States and 1.26 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 0.8% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 3.9 USD in the United States and 3.37 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 13.6% lower in Japan.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 5.33 USD in the United States and 5.99 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 11% lower in the United States.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 4.26 USD in the United States and 3.95 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 7.3% lower in Japan.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 8.22 USD in the United States and 2.87 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 65.1% lower in Japan.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 8.98 USD in the United States and 12.78 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 29.7% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 6.25 USD in the United States and 4.14 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 33.8% lower in Japan.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 2.5 USD in the United States and 0.86 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 65.6% lower in Japan.
Restaurant
United States vs. Japan - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.61 times more for meals in restaurants in the United States than in Japan.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 5.22 USD in the United States and 3.05 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 41.6% lower in Japan.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.8 USD in the United States and 1.1 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 60.7% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 8 USD in the United States and 3.59 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 55.1% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 10 USD in the United States and 4.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 54.3% lower in Japan.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 12 USD in the United States and 4.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 61.9% lower in Japan.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 100 USD in the United States and 39.21 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 60.8% lower in Japan.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 25 USD in the United States and 6.53 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 73.9% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.2 USD in the United States and 0.77 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 65% lower in Japan.
Fuel
United States vs. Japan - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.19 times less for fuel in the United States than in Japan.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 0.95 USD in the United States and 1.04 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 8.7% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 0.92 USD in the United States and 1.18 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 22% lower in the United States.
Transportation
United States vs. Japan - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.78 times more for transportation in the United States than in Japan.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 129 USD in the United States and 65.35 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 49.3% lower in Japan.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.75 USD in the United States and 1.31 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 52.4% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 30 USD in the United States and 22.14 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 26.2% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.86 USD in the United States and 2.74 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 32.1% lower in the United States.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 4.5 USD in the United States and 3.14 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 30.2% lower in Japan.
Sports & entertainment
United States vs. Japan - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 18 USD in the United States and 11.76 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 34.7% lower in Japan.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 98.26 USD in the United States and 60.75 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 38.2% lower in Japan.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 38 USD in the United States and 19.6 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 48.4% lower in Japan.
Flats for rent
United States vs. Japan - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 3.52 times more for renting an apartment in the United States than in Japan.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 3800 USD in the United States and 984.42 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 74.1% lower in Japan.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 2380 USD in the United States and 568.56 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 76.1% lower in Japan.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 7094 USD in the United States and 2182 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 69.2% lower in Japan.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 4107 USD in the United States and 1202 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 70.7% lower in Japan.
Flats for sale
United States vs. Japan - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.86 times more for buying an apartment in the United States than in Japan.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 14278 USD in the United States and 7756 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 45.7% lower in Japan.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 9275 USD in the United States and 4916 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 47% lower in Japan.
Salary
United States vs. Japan - average salary. The average salary in the United States is 2.48 times higher than in Japan.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 5997 USD in the United States and 2417 USD in Japan. The average salary is 59.7% lower in Japan.
Hotels
United States vs. Japan - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Five stars
Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 1 Nov 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 15 Nov 2024) • United States: 20 cities, 3602 hotels • Japan: 20 cities, 1488 hotels